Do I need to check with local police about the neighborhood history?

Do I need to check with local police about the neighborhood history?

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I would absolutely encourage any buyer to go check with any local municipality to find out whatever they are curious about about the area, for a host of reasons. First of all, I want everyone to have a happy and healthy experience. I want them to just live on and just enjoy the neighborhood. I want them to have wonderful thoughts and memories of me putting them into this property. I would take it a step further. I would talk to neighbors. I am instrumental, often: I've knocked on many a door and talked to people about neighborhoods. So yes, I am a big fan of diligence when it comes to finding out about a local community.